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CENTER
OF ATTENTION (18-4) By
Steve Fennell
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Thundercraft
215 CC
One of the several highlights on the 215 CC is its exclusive
Full Flotation Liner system, a process that bonds the
hull and interior with Plexus and foams it under pressure
to create a solid hull structure. This not only offers
twice the flotation of other boats in its class, but
makes the 215 CC virtually unsinkable, says the company.
In addition to eliminating the use of structural wood
and the potential problem of water entering between
the liner and the hull, the system is designed to reduce
weight, improve performance and provide a substantial
feel when cruising at top speeds.
To fill that need for speed, the 215 CC has a standard
rating of 150 horses but, if you need more boost, she
can handle up to 200 horsepower. The helm's wood grain
dash features Faria gauges and a tinted windscreen.
Two swivel seats, a single lever control and ample room
for personal electronics are also part of the package.
Among the few available options are the trolling motor
bracket, aerator for the fish and baitwell, a ski pylon
and swim ladder.
Specifications
L.O.A. 21'9"/6.63m
Beam: 8'/2.44m
Draft: 30"/.762m
Deadrise: 19 degrees
Weight: 3350 lb/1519 kg (w/200hp)
Fuel Capacity: 59 gal/223L
Max Hp: 200 hp
Base Boat: $44,162 w/150 hp Mercury EFI (Page
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Campion
Explorer 602
You like to fish, your partner likes to cruise and the
kids like to ski. Finding a boat with the ideal power,
space and features isn't easy - especially when you're
on a set budget.
Consider Campion's all-new Explorer 602, the latest
addition to the company's impressive series of center
consoles. For a model coming in at $42,000, with 150
horses, several standard features and quality-set construction,
this package is hard to beat.
Its overall length of 22 feet, three inches, and beam
of seven feet, eight inches allows the 602 to feature
aft and bow jump seats, a double wide helm chair plus
a large seating area in the bow.
Don't let the size of its rounded center console fool
you. There's plenty of space to fit a porta-potti and
essential boat gear. Notable highlights at the helm
include hydraulic steering, power point and a compass.
If you need more hardware, choose the optional in-dash
depth sounder, fish finder and hour meter.
Another compartment is located under the bow jump seats
and there's even a vertical gunnel rod holder. A large
bait tank, three fish tanks and a 36-quart cooler are
also available.
Specifications
LOA: 22'3"/6.78m
Beam: 7'8"/2.34 m
Deadrise: 19 degrees
Dry weight: 2300 lb/1043 kg
Fuel: 63.5 gal/240.5L
Max Hp: 225 hp
MSRP: $42,440 w/150 Yamaha two-stoke
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Trophy
2103 CC
A few years ago, the 2103 CC was just one of the models
in the Trophy series that was totally redesigned, offering
boaters even more quality for reasonable value. Some
design enhancements include a one-piece stringer system
bolstered by an all-core construction and a wide, flared
bow. You'll also appreciate its variable-degree deadrise
to provide added stability, a smoother entry and optimum
rough-water handling.
Standard fishing amenities also reveal serious forethought.
There's an aerated, lighted 30-gallon baitwell, a 40-gallon
fishwell and a 23.5-gallon cooler. Poles can be stored
in the port and starboard rod racks and additional holders
are mounted on the side decks. Space for more gear is
found in the moulded center console and the helm seat/leaning
post.
The helm features all the standard gauges with extra
space to flush-mount electronics. Other nice touches
include non-skid decks, a transom walk-through door,
anchor roller, integrated swim platform and three-step
swim ladder.
Specifications
LOA: 20'9"/6.4m
Beam: 8'6"/2.6m
Deadrise: 20 degrees
Dry weight: 3380 lb/1533 kg
Fuel: 101 gal/382L
Max Hp: 150 hp
MSRP: $51,692 w/Mercury 150 hp OptiMax
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Triumph
210 Chaos Limited Edition
Some boaters like to cruise and anchor. Then there are
those who like to cruise and fish - not too mention
drift over rocky shoals or troll along weed beds. The
all-new 210 Chaos Limited Edition from Triumph is definitely
designed for the latter.
The 210 CLE is based on the builder's popular 210 Center
Console, but includes some over-the-top features normally
found on the option list. Some standards worth mentioning
are the powder-coated black T-top with spreader lights
and rocket launchers, coaming pads and raw water wash
down. The 210 is also packaged with a cooler, leaning
post, dual battery switch and an EZ Loader trailer.
The hydraulic steering is a dream for drivers while
passengers can sit back on comfortable cushions and
enjoy the sounds of the standard CD stereo. Like all
Triumph models, the 210 utilizes the company's exclusive
high-impact marine-grade polymer called Roplene. This
technology uses one of the world's largest shuttle-oven
systems designed to charge and mould a boat in one automated,
computer-controlled process. According to the company,
the hull won't chip, fade or crack and offers five times
the impact-resistance of fiberglass. Even with the roughest
treatment, the process is also claimed to make the 210
virtually unsinkable.
Specifications
L.O.A: 20'6"/6.25m
Beam: 8'6"/2.59m
Draft: 14"/.3.6m
Deadrise: 19 degrees
Dry Weight: 2300 lb/1045 kg
Fuel Capacity: 70 gal/266L
Max Hp: 200 hp
MSRP: N/A
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Boston
Whaler 210 Outrage
When a boat manufacturer goes to the extent of including
"swamp capacity" on its specification sheet,
you know they take their product very seriously. Case
in point is Boston Whaler's 210 Outrage. The 210's swamp
capacity is 5500 pounds. This is actually what it takes
to bring the gunnel to the water line. But that's as
far she'll go. According to the company, its proven
Unibond foam-filled construction makes this boat virtually
unsinkable. Combined with the 210's long list of standard
features, this mighty 20-footer is ideal for any cottage
boater.
Climb aboard the 210 and you're greeted with an adjustable
helm chair facing a spacious center console. Its helm
boasts a large hefty stainless steel grab rail, a compass,
wind reflector plus a stainless wheel flanked by drink
holders.
Located behind the helm chair is a leaning post featuring
another stainless steel rail, a 25-gallon livewell,
tackle storage and a knife/header holder. Port and starboard
aft quarter seats feature backrest bolsters and there's
more seating in the bow. Choose the optional comfort
package to enjoy the benefits of the bow cushions, handy
cooler/seat with cushion, aft coaming bolsters and bow
bolsters.
A fiberglass swim platform with stainless steel swim
ladder, gunnel-mounted rod holders, six drink holders
and a stainless steel toe rail are added touches. If
you're serious about fishing, the optional fishing package
comes with a raw-water wash down, fish box pump-out,
tackle drawers plus a fishing station.
Specifications
LOA: 20'6"/6.24m
Beam: 8'4"/2.54m
Draft: 15"/.38m
Dry Weight: 2700 lbs/1224 kg
Fuel Capacity: 95 gal/359 L
Max Hp: 225 hp
Base Boat: $62,900 w/Yamaha 225hp Two-Stroke
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Seaswirl
Striper 2301 CC
Coming in at 24 feet, two inches with some serious boating
hardware is Seaswirl's 2301 CC. This means whether you
enjoy fishing or just plain cruising, this model will
meet your needs.
Like all Striper models, the 2301's hull and deck is
constructed with hand-laid fiberglass to provide an
optimal strength-to-weight ratio. What's more, the company's
unique stringer system is said to add so much strength
and structural integrity that Striper offers a transferable
ten-year limited hull warranty.
In addition to a stainless steel swim ladder and platform
and a wash down system to keep the deck clean, this
center console also has an aerated livewell and three
rocket launchers.
There's not much in the way of frills at the helm, but
all instruments are well organized and easy to read.
A glove box with a clear lid is ideal for sunglasses
or keys and there's ample room to mount electronics.
A windscreen is also included and the added grab rail
is there to provide security for passengers. The console
is large enough to house a convenient changing room.
Just forward is a cooler/seat with cushion.
In the bow, this Striper features a large platform with
a sizeable fish box and a compartment for boat gear.
Rounding out this area is an anchor locker with rode.
Extras include a Clarion CD player with four speakers,
a T-top and Sunbrella console cover.
Specifications
LOA: 24'2"/7.37m
Beam: 102"/2.59m
Draft: (drive down) 33"/.84m
Deadrise: 20 degrees
Dry Weight: (w/std engine) 3550 lb/1610 kg
Fuel Capacity: 135 gal/511L
Max Hp: 300 hp
Base Boat: $58,900 w/225hp Yamaha HPDI
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